Rankings
How every major ranking places Ulster University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & management | 18 | $24,658 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 16 | $24,658 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 15 | $6,713 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 14 | $24,658 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 12 | $24,658 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 9 | $24,658 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 9 | $24,658 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 8 | $24,658 | See → |
| Psychology | 6 | $24,658 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 5 | $24,658 | See → |
| Social sciences | 5 | $24,658 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 4 | $24,658 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 4 | $24,658 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 4 | $24,658 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 2 | $24,658 | See → |
Costs and entry
77 courses mention scholarships. 23 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Ulster University
The job market for Ulster University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the UK.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Ulster University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $24,658 a year. Most courses last 1 year. Fees vary by field: business & management courses are typically $24,658, education & teaching $6,713.
How is Ulster University ranked?
Ulster University is ranked #609 by QS (2026) in the world. In the UK it is #54 in the Complete University Guide (2026) and #52 in the Guardian University Guide (2026). Its strongest QS subjects include Hospitality & Leisure Management (#101) and Nursing (#101).
What IELTS score does Ulster University need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (343 of the 354 that list it) ask for IELTS 6 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many postgraduate courses does Ulster University offer?
126 postgraduate courses across 15 fields; the largest are business & management (18), public health & allied health (16) and education & teaching (15).
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Updated 6 August 2026. Courses and fees from Ulster University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Complete University Guide 2026, Guardian University Guide 2026, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.